#12
NIRF Ranking
~1,050+ B.Tech Seats
Annual Seats
₹18.20 - ₹34.00 LPA
Average CTC (CSE / Flagship)
₹1.55+ Cr
Highest Package Offered
Campus Landmarks & Infrastructure
Coastal IconNITK Private Beach & Surathkal Lighthouse
Pristine shoreline bordering the Arabian Sea with an operational 1972 lighthouse, hosting the famous Incident Beach Pro-shows.
Advanced LabCentral Research Facility (CRF)
₹80-crore HEFA funded central research complex equipped with electron microscopes, clean rooms, and materials testers.
Marine EngineeringDepartment of Water Resources & Ocean Engg
Pioneering wave flume laboratories and marine structural engineering research for coastal protection.
Academic Programs & Admission Pathways
| Degree / Course | Duration | Entrance Exam | Admission Authority | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / Artificial Intelligence | 4 Years | JEE Main | JoSAA / CSAB | Class 12 PCM (75% aggregate) + Qualified JEE Main |
| M.Tech / M.Tech (Research) | 2 Years | GATE | CCMT Portal | BE/B.Tech with valid GATE score |
| MCA / MBA / M.Sc | 2 - 3 Years | NIMCET / CAT / JAM | Respective Councils | Relevant bachelor degree |
Branch-Wise Placement Highlights
| Academic Branch | Average CTC | Median CTC | Placement Rate | Top Participating Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | ₹34.00 LPA | ₹28.00 LPA | 99.50% | Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Uber, Oracle, Sprinklr, Apple |
| Information Technology | ₹31.50 LPA | ₹26.00 LPA | 99.00% | Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Adobe, Atlassian |
| Artificial Intelligence (B.Tech) | ₹32.80 LPA | ₹27.00 LPA | 98.50% | Nvidia, Qualcomm, Intel, Adobe, JP Morgan |
| Electronics & Communication | ₹26.50 LPA | ₹21.00 LPA | 96.20% | Texas Instruments, Qualcomm, Intel, AMD, Micron |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₹16.50 LPA | ₹14.00 LPA | 91.00% | Tata Motors, ITC, Schlumberger, Bajaj Auto, Airbus |
Closing Rank Trends by Year
Interactive Selector · B.Tech by defaultCategory:
Category Type: CRL (Common Rank List)
Counselling Authority / Exam: JEE Main Round 6 Closing Ranks (General Open Gender-Neutral)
Selected Category:UR-OPEN (General)
| Academic Branch / Specialization | Quota | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | OS | 1,954 | 1,827 | 1,615 | 1,984 | Top Choice |
| Artificial Intelligence | OS | 3,060 | 2,650 | 2,594 | 2,973 | Top Choice |
| Information Technology | OS | 3,088 | 3,160 | 2,944 | 3,403 | Top Choice |
| Electronics & Communication Engg | OS | 3,947 | 4,347 | 4,227 | 5,596 | Competitive |
| Electrical & Electronics Engg | OS | 6,798 | 6,872 | 7,132 | 8,437 | Competitive |
| Mechanical Engineering | OS | 12,307 | 11,950 | 12,380 | 14,069 | Consistent |
| Chemical Engineering | OS | 15,093 | 13,477 | 15,195 | 16,357 | Consistent |
| Civil Engineering | OS | 23,975 | 22,901 | 22,939 | 23,632 | High Demand |
Indicative figures. Closing ranks here are compiled from public sources and may not correspond to a specific counselling round. Verify against official JoSAA / CSAB / MCC data before making admission decisions. UR-OPEN reflects the Common Rank List; category-wise ranks are shown only where verified data has been added.
Campus Facilities, Culture & Important Highlights
Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
- STEP & NITK Technology Incubator:Over 60+ technology startups funded and mentored on campus.
- Aquatic Center & Floodlit Sports Ground:Swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, and full-sized cricket/football stadiums.
Annual Fests & Student Life
- Incident (Cultural Fest):South India's second largest cultural festival famous for beachside concerts and dramatic arts.
- Engineer (Technical Fest):Premier annual technical festival organized with IEEE and ACM student branches.
Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers
- 100% Tuition Fee Waiver for SC/ST/PwD students.
- Full Tuition Waiver for family income < ₹1.0 Lakh.
- 66.67% Remission for family income between ₹1.0L and ₹5.0L.
Notable Alumni & Leaders
- K. V. Kamath (Former Chairman of ICICI Bank; former President, New Development Bank)
- Suhas Nayak (Director at Intel Corporation)
Campus Connectivity & How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Mangaluru International Airport (IXE) - 18 km (approx. 25 mins)
Nearest Railway Station
Surathkal Railway Station (SL) - 3 km; Mangaluru Central - 20 km
Road & Highway Access
Direct frontage on Kochi-Panvel National Highway NH-66
Frequently Asked Questions
Does NITK Surathkal really have its own private beach?
Yes! The 295-acre campus extends directly to the Arabian Sea coastline and has its own private access gate, beach pavilions, and lighthouse.
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